Emerging from the German underground, MOUTH OF MADNESS has consistently driven their artistic vision, rather than adhering to traditional notions of speed and progression. Since the 2016 release of their haunting self-titled EP, the band has worked tirelessly in the background, building towards a monumental undertaking: their debut album 'Event Horizon'.
Scheduled for release via Darkness Shall Rise, 'Event Horizon' marks nearly a decade of anticipation and perseverance from the duo.
Fans familiar with the duo's earlier work will likely recognize that 'Event Horizon' serves as a natural progression, carrying forward the thread begun in the EP. The album comprises nine tracks, boasting three exceptional ambient pieces: 'Transhimalaya I', 'II', and 'III', all crafted by one of the founding members of pioneering ambient collective POPOL VUH.
The remaining six compositions showcase the band's bold experimentation with metal, a sound that defies easy categorization. Death Metal is a clear influence, yet the duo's innovative approach ensures that any attempts to pigeonhole their work prove ineffective. Tracks like 'Fireborn' masterfully weave together aggressive Black Metal, doomy and epic elements, crafting an experience for listeners drawn to dark, rough, and menacing music.
With 'Event Horizon', MOUTH OF MADNESS has created an album destined to captivate those drawn to the mysterious and experimental aspects of metal. The ambitious nature of this endeavour makes it a testament to the duo's unwavering dedication and unrelenting creative vision.